Broadband Nation Expo 2024: Full Schedule

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2:00pm EDT

Keynote Fireside Chat with Boldyn Networks

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:00pm - 2:20pm EDT

Woodrow Wilson C

Moderators

Alejandro Piñero

Group Director, Broadband, Questex

Alejandro Piñero is Group Director for Broadband and Streaming at Questex family. As part of this role, Alejandro oversees the strategic direction and product strategy for portfolios such as Broadband Nation and StreamTV. Prior to joining Questex, Alejandro was Senior Research Manager... Read More →

Speakers

Walter Cannon

VP Connected Communities & External Affairs, Boldyn

As the Vice President of Connected Communities and External Affairs for Boldyn Networks’ US Business, a leading neutral host provider, Walter is responsible for building and maintaining core relationships at the federal and state levels where Boldyn operates.With more than 30 years... Read More →

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:00pm - 2:20pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson C

Track: Connecting Everyone

2:20pm EDT

Keynote - Strategies for Rural Connectivity; Driving Down the Cost per Pass

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:20pm - 2:40pm EDT

Woodrow Wilson C

Speakers

Kevin Morgan

CMO, Clearfield

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:20pm - 2:40pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson C

Track: Connecting Everyone

2:40pm EDT

Panel - The Impact of Communication on all Aspects of Life

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:40pm - 3:10pm EDT

Woodrow Wilson C

How does connectivity shape lives?
Impact on access to education, healthcare, banking, etc
Measuring the true impact of Bridging the Digital Divide

Moderators

Mark Pearson

Broadband Interstate Coordinator, Communities Unlimited

Speakers

Kristen Engebretsen

COO, Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition

Kristen Engebretsen, Chief Operating Officer; Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband CoalitionKristen is a nonprofit leader with experience from startups to established national associations. Her 20 years in the fields of arts and education provide her with solid expertise in growing... Read More →

Kyla Williams Tate

Director of Digital Equity, Cook County, IL

Evann Freeman

Vice President, Government & Community Relations, EPB

Evann Freeman joined EPB in 2019 and serves as Vice President, Government and Community Relations. His responsibilities include leading EPB’s governmental relations and economic development efforts through maintaining key relationships with government partners on the local, state... Read More →

Thursday October 10, 2024 2:40pm - 3:10pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson C

Track: Connecting Everyone

4:00pm EDT

Fireside - Tribal Broadband

Thursday October 10, 2024 4:00pm - 4:20pm EDT

Woodrow Wilson C

Unique challenges and opportunities for tribes.
Success stories & community engagement.
How tribal communities are leveraging broadband for their communities.

Moderators

Godfrey Enjady

President, National Tribal Telecommunications Association, General Manager, Mescalero Apache Telecom

Godfrey Enjady started Mescalero Apache Telecom, Inc. (MATI) in Mescalero, NM and has served as its General Manager since its formation on August 4, 2000. Mr. Enjady additionally serves in the following positions: President of the National Tribal Telecommunications Association... Read More →

Speakers

MJ Barton

Tribal & Programs Outreach Manager, Oklahoma Broadband Office

Thursday October 10, 2024 4:00pm - 4:20pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson C

Track: Connecting Everyone

4:20pm EDT

Panel - The Merits of Open Access Networking

Thursday October 10, 2024 4:20pm - 5:00pm EDT

Woodrow Wilson C

Driving affordability and network flexibility
How open are open networks?
Technical, economic & performance advantages of pursuing open standards

Moderators

Michael Santorelli

Director, Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute, New York Law School

Michael is the Director of the Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute (ACLP) at New York Law School. The ACLP studies the array of local, state, and federal legal, regulatory, and public policy issues impacting broadband connectivity. He has served on the FCC’s Consumer... Read More →

Speakers

Justin Johnson

Assistant Vice President – Business Development, AT&T

Justin Johnson is a dynamic and foresighted business leader focused expanding AT&T’s fiber network reach. With a strong background in technology and telecommunications, Justin has an innate ability to identify opportunities and spearhead strategic initiatives that drive growth and... Read More →

Roger Timmerman

Executive Director, UTOPIA Fiber

Roger has been serving as UTOPIA Fiber’s Executive Director since 2016 and has been a technology management professional in telecommunications and information technology for over 15 years. Roger has been designing and building networks throughout his career in various roles including... Read More →

Thursday October 10, 2024 4:20pm - 5:00pm EDT
Woodrow Wilson C

Track: Connecting Everyone